Q: Headers that fit my car with a manual transmission? 1973 Ford Mustang

asked by on December 07, 2016

I have a 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1 fastback with a 5.0L 302 v8 and 3 speed manual transmission and I cannot find a set of headers that will fit this setup anywhere! Do they need to. E custom made or can you refer me to a place that handles this stuff

My car has 49000 miles.
My car has a manual transmission.

Check Cjpony, Jegs, or Summit Racing. They all carry headers that include your model.

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